Senior Director, Technical Program Management - International

Walmart Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 208,000 - 416,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount Card

Live Better U education benefit

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Stock purchase program

Paid time off and PTO/PPTO

Job summary

Walmart International seeks a senior leader to own portfolio strategy across international markets, translating global product strategies into a unified priority stack. You will coordinate with Product, Engineering, Data, Finance, and Operations to drive tradeoffs and align stakeholders for timely delivery.

The role emphasizes governance, market readiness, and cross‑market data needs, with leadership influence across global functions and no direct delivery authority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 8 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• 10 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Drive Portfolio Prioritization: Consolidate market and horizontal product strategies into one authoritative International priority stack.
• Manage Dependencies & Risks: Own portfolio visibility, investment scenarios, dependency models, and roadmap risk assessments.
• Drive Executive Decisions: Frame tradeoffs, quantify impacts, recommend options, convene decision-makers, and track commitments.
• Enable Market Readiness: Establish readiness standards, identify adoption barriers, coordinate corrective actions, and elevate unresolved gaps.
• Accelerate Platform Convergence: Prioritize cross‑market data needs and align dependencies with global product roadmaps.
• Lead Through Influence: Drive transparency, accountability, and alignment across markets and global functions without direct delivery authority.

Skills

Technical program mgmt

Portfolio governance

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

International experience

Stakeholder alignment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Job description

Senior Director, Technical Program Management - International

Sunnyvale, CA

Senior Director, Technical Program Management - International

809 11 Th Ave
Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731

R-2650480

$208,000 - $416,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Walmart International is seeking a strategic and results‑driven Senior Director, Technical Program Management to lead portfolio strategy, prioritization, and cross‑functional alignment across international markets. This highly visible leadership role translates market and global product strategies into one authoritative International priority stack, connecting investment decisions, dependencies, risks, and operational readiness. Partnering with senior executives across Product, Engineering, Data, Finance, and Operations, this leader drives informed tradeoffs, aligns stakeholders, and accelerates global platform convergence. The role establishes transparency and decision‑making discipline across the portfolio while ensuring accountability for commitments, without independently owning enterprise strategy, funding approvals, or product delivery.
What You’ll Do

• Drive Portfolio Prioritization: Consolidate market and horizontal product strategies into one authoritative International priority stack.
• Manage Dependencies & Risks: Own portfolio visibility, investment scenarios, dependency models, and roadmap risk assessments.
• Drive Executive Decisions: Frame tradeoffs, quantify impacts, recommend options, convene decision-makers, and track commitments.
• Enable Market Readiness: Establish readiness standards, identify adoption barriers, coordinate corrective actions, and elevate unresolved gaps.
• Accelerate Platform Convergence: Prioritize cross‑market data needs and align dependencies with global product roadmaps.
• Lead Through Influence: Drive transparency, accountability, and alignment across markets and global functions without direct delivery authority.

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience in technical program management, enterprise portfolio management, or large‑scale technology transformation.
• Strong business and product acumen, translating market strategies into actionable portfolio priorities.
• Deep understanding of technology platforms, data ecosystems, product development, and complex enterprise dependencies.
• Expertise in portfolio governance, investment analysis, risk assessment, and strategic tradeoff management.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, and analytical skills to influence senior leadership decisions.
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, resolve competing priorities, and drive accountability without direct authority.
• Experience operating across international markets and complex, highly matrixed global organizations.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart .
The annual salary range for this position is $208,000.00 - $416,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or related area and 8 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.
• Option 2: 10 years’ experience in engineering, engineering program management, technical program management, product management, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Certification in Project Management., Master’s degree in Business Administration, with specialization in strategy, supply chain, finance, information systems, or related area and 6 years’ experience in product design., Supervisory, We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.

Primary Location...

809 11th Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089-4731, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Discount Card

Get 10% off

Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

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